News: Wellness
Fernwood Fitness secure multiple wins at 2023 AUSactive Awards
Leading women’s health and fitness club group Fernwood Fitness has secured multiple awards at the 2023 AUSactive Awards Gala, including being named winners of the Mental Health...
Sep 19, 2023
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Report shows sport and exercise save the Australian health system more than they cost in injuries
An Australian Sports Commission funded report, ‘Economics of sport and physical activity participation and injury’, reveals Australians saved the health system more than $320...
Sep 18, 2023
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New Genesis Health + Fitness gym in Victoria helps local franchisee fill market gap
The Genesis Health + Fitness network is welcoming a new club this month, located in Mickleham, Victoria, under the management of new co-franchisee, Michael Knight. According to...
Sep 18, 2023
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University study identifies four body image types that can help inform health and fitness professionals
Experts from Australian Universities including La Trobe University, Flinders University, Victoria University and Melbourne University - have conducted a study aiming to find...
Sep 18, 2023
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Collective Wellness Group counts down to launch of Sumhiit Fitness studio brand
The Collective Wellness Group (CWG) is counting down to the launch of the first studio of its new 35-minute HIIT concept in the Sydney suburb of Crow Nest. Basecamp Fitness -...
Sep 17, 2023
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Organisations to host community support session in Port Macquarie following Shark Incident
In response to the recent shark incident at Lighthouse Beach, organisations including NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI), Bite Club, Surfing NSW, Surf Life Saving NSW...
Sep 17, 2023
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AUSactive Awards 2023 celebrate the fitness and wellbeing industry’s highest achievements
A spectacular sold-out Gala Event at Federation Square in Melbourne last night has seen the presentation of AUSactive’s 2023 National Awards - acknowledging the fitness and...
Sep 15, 2023
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Fitness management platform Hapana collaborates with Stripe to meet global customer needs
Leading fitness business solutions provider, Hapana, has announced its collaboration with Stripe, a financial infrastructure platform for businesses, to power payments globally...
Sep 13, 2023
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SportAccord becomes Signatory of World Anti-Doping Code
As part of its ongoing commitment to clean sport, SportAccord has confirmed it has recently become a signatory of the World Anti-Doping Code. An important achievement for the...
Sep 12, 2023
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Muse Pilates looks to make movement accessible for all women
Muse Pilates, an innovative studio offering ‘real movement to real women’ is changing the way we talk about women’s bodies. Reformer Pilates has long been associated with women...
Sep 11, 2023
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Looking to create confident cyclists Belgravia Leisure partners with AusCycling
In a bid to reverse the alarming decline in active travel to school and promote healthier lifestyles among Australian children, Belgravia Leisure is teaming up with AusCycling...
Sep 11, 2023
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Hotel brand Fusion marks World Wellness Weekend 2023 with array of activities
More than 6,000 venues in 150 countries will host events to mark the United Nations-aligned World Wellness Weekend this year. Wellness-inspired hotel brand, Fusion, is marking...
Sep 11, 2023
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Xplor Technologies makes key appointments
Xplor Technologies, the USA-owned business management software and integrated payment solutions providers for the childcare, education, fitness and recreation industries, has...
Sep 7, 2023
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Fernwood Fitness opens premium facility in Kirrawee
The Fernwood Fitness franchise group has opened its latest club in Kirrawee, situated in southern Sydney, which offers a health, fitness and wellness destination aimed at...
Sep 7, 2023
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Sensory Swimming sessions rise in popularity at Christchurch’s Pioneer Recreation and Sport Centre
Christchurch City Council has advised on the popularity of the quiet sensory swimming sessions offered at Pioneer Recreation and Sport Centre. Every Saturday, the centre hosts a...
Sep 6, 2023
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Aquatics
ICC Sydney Human Resources Business Partner named national ‘rising star’
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) Business Partner, Ashleigh Vassallo, was named as the 2023 Australian HR Rising Star of the Year at the recently held...
Sep 6, 2023
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Countdown to Exercise New Zealand Conference 2023
Stakeholders in New Zealand’s fitness industry will be able to enjoy multiple sessions including lectures, masterclasses and practical hands-on sessions delivered by more than...
Sep 4, 2023
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NSW Multicultural Health Week 2023 celebrates culture through movement
The NSW Government has today launched Multicultural Health Week 2023 with the focus this year being on the importance of physical activity for culturally and linguistically...
Sep 4, 2023
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AUSactive campaign calls on Federal Parliamentarians to be ‘Fit for Office’
Aiming to tackle Australia’s inactivity and health crisis and relieve the economic burden on the healthcare system, AUSactive has today launched its ‘Fit for Office’ campaign at...
Sep 3, 2023
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Deakin University among those participating in Jean Hailes Women’s Health Week 2023
Jean Hailes Women’s Health Week is being held across Australia from 4th to 8th September 2023 with this year’s theme being ‘Grow your knowledge’, and aimed at supporting all...
Sep 3, 2023
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STRONG Pilates continues expansion with Canada launch
Australian fitness franchise, STRONG Pilates is continuing its global expansion with the launch of its first studio in Toronto, Canada this November. This marks the first of an...
Sep 3, 2023
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Fundraisers for Christchurch Hydrotherapy pool given boost with NZCT $400,000 grant
Christchurch City Council has advised that community fundraisers for the hydrotherapy pool at Matatiki Hornby Centre - a new Council facility currently under construction in...
Aug 31, 2023
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Global Wellness Institute spotlights Japan’s Wellness Economy
Japan has just been added to the Global Wellness Institute ‘Geography of Wellness’ site, providing the first-ever data on all of its wellness markets and an overview of its...
Aug 31, 2023
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Wellness
Gallagher now offers insurance for Singapore’s fitness and wellness community
Leading global insurance broker Gallagher has been working with the Singapore Fitness Alliance to package several insurance products for Singapore’s fitness and wellness...
Aug 30, 2023
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